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Who is Dr. Abou-Jaoude, Ophthalmologist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Michelle Abou-Jaoude, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Abou-Jaoude is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abou-Jaoude’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abou-Jaoude’s office.
What languages does Dr. Abou-Jaoude speak?
Dr. Abou-Jaoude and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Abou-Jaoude treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Abou-Jaoude diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Abou-Jaoude. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Nonexudative AMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353222: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
- H353122: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, intermediate dry stage
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Moderate Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Left Eye)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Moderate Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Left Eye
- Moderate Retina Damage Left Eye with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Left Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
- E113312: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
Also known as:
- Changes in Eye Blood Vessels
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Macular Pucker
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Retinal Vascular Appearance Changes
- Abnormal Retinal Vessel Look
- Eye Vessel Changes
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- CRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35013: Changes in retinal vascular appearance, bilateral
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment with Multiple Breaks
- Retinal Detachment
- Detached Retina with Multiple Tears
- Multiple Retinal Tears Detachment
- Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33021: Retinal detachment with multiple breaks, right eye
What procedures does Dr. Abou-Jaoude perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Abou-Jaoude performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Abou-Jaoude. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Does Dr. Abou-Jaoude accept my insurance?
Dr. Abou-Jaoude accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abou-Jaoude accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Abou-Jaoude in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Avesis
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Multiplan
Passport Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Abou-Jaoude's office located?
Dr. Michelle Abou-Jaoude's Primary Practice
601 Perimeter Dr Ste 200
Lexington, KY 40517
What is Dr. Abou-Jaoude's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abou-Jaoude's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063895613.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abou-Jaoude?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abou-Jaoude
What is Dr. Michelle Abou-Jaoude's specialty?
Dr. Abou-Jaoude is a Ophthalmologist near Lexington, KY. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Abou-Jaoude to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michelle Abou-Jaoude affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Abou-Jaoude is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uk Albert B. Chandler Hospital - Pavilion H, Troy Bowling Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Michelle Abou-Jaoude accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Abou-Jaoude is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Abou-Jaoude offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abou-Jaoude's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Abou-Jaoude?
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